Description
Emerald and diamond ring, mid 19th century. This elegant, almost modern simplicity of this ring’s design belies its early date. Its central stone is a beautiful Colombian emerald, displaying a classic, rich green hue and high transparency. Colombia has traditionally been the source of the world’s best emeralds, which owe their exceptional quality to a distinct type of crystal growth, not found in emeralds from other localities. This beautiful stone is flanked by early cushion-shaped diamonds, all in handmade cut down collet settings in the traditional combination of gold veneered with silver. A rare and historic survival, but also surprisingly wearable, this emerald and diamond ring can be worn alone, or as a sophisticated addition to any ring stack.
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Place Of Origin
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England
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Stone Type
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Emerald: 6.5mm x 5mm x 2.5mm
Approx. 0.50ct total (calculated)
Diamonds: Approx. 0.85 carats total
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Stone Dimensions
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Height of setting: 3mm
Width of setting at front: 22.5mm x 6.7mm
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Metal Type
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18 carat gold, silver
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Date Of Manufacture
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1830 - 1860
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Period Of Manufacture
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19th Century
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Condition
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Very good
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Signs Of Wear
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Wear commensurate with age
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Band Size
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UK O / US 7 (complimentary re-size available)
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Weight
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3.55 grams (gross)
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